Solution
SMART Technologies is the inventor of the original SMART Board®. SMART displays are used widely in K-12, higher education and businesses with over 3.5 million displays shipped globally. SMART Control’s alerts feature integrates InformaCast from Singlewire Software to deliver emergency alerts and warning messages visually on SMART displays during critical events. In the event of an emergency, SMART Control receives a message from InformaCast and overrides existing content on screen to display the alert message, augmenting the user’s mass alert communication system.
Benefits
This integration expands InformaCast’s ability to integrate with digital signage, enabling organizations to leverage visual alerting on top of text and audio notifications. Being able to leverage multiple communication channels means messages are seen more quickly so people can begin taking action to stay safe. Visual tools also make alerts more accessible to those with hearing impairments, helping ensure no one misses a message when it matters most. SMART Control emergency alerts integrate seamlessly with InformaCast without additional software, accessory, or license purchases
Use Cases
SMART Technologies and Singlewire Software serve K-12 Schools, Higher education spaces, businesses, and other organizations looking to provide safety for all. SMART Boards can be used in conjunction with InformaCast by IT admins, educators, and users of SMART displays configured with SMART Control Alerts to send alerts for a variety of events, including:
- Lockdowns and evacuations
- Active shooters
- Approaching severe weather
- Daily announcements and more
About SMART Technologies
SMART Technologies is a pioneering force in the development of interactive technology solutions. Renowned for SMART Board® interactive displays and comprehensive software offerings, the company is dedicated to creating engaging and collaborative learning and working environments. Since 1987, SMART has been creating connections that matter for users worldwide. With a focus on quality, innovation, and inclusion, SMART Technologies continues to drive advancements in education and business technology globally.
Support Details
The integration with InformaCast is supported by SMART Technologies. To learn more, visit support at https://www.smarttech.com/en-ca/connect-with-smart/contact-support or sales at https://www.smarttech.com/en-ca/education.